2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
